Dr. Christine Pollard takes helm as interim chancellor of OSU-Cascades

Dr. Christine Pollard will serve as the interim chancellor and dean of OSU-Cascades, with her appointment beginning Saturday. This leadership change follows the removal of the previous chancellor and dean, Sherman Bloomer, who was removed pending an investigation.

Bloomer's removal is connected to accusations of alleged sexual misconduct involving students, a story exclusively reported by The Problem Solvers. Neither Bloomer nor the university has responded to those specific allegations.

Dr. Pollard brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having previously served as the school's senior associate dean. A spokesperson for the university told KTVZ News that Dr. Pollard is "well-respected at OSU-Cascades for her ability to work with faculty and community partners to advance academic and research programs and for her leadership."

The search is now underway for a permanent replacement for the chancellor and dean position.